1980’s
1984 – The Stone Roses played their first official performance, at a charity show supporting The Who’s Pete Townshend, at the Moonlight Club in Hampstead London. The concert was watched by journalists that helped launch their career.
Previous Albums Of The Day
 No.1144 23/10/2019
The veteran American indie rock band Wilco usually receive rave reviews upon releasing a new album. Their latest, Ode to Joy, is no different. Uncut said “It’s a protest record only this sextet could make, one that rings loudest in its simplicity.” wilcoworld.net |
 No.778 23/10/2018
The latest release from the prolific Kurt Vile Bottle It In is perhaps his finest, and longest (around 80 minutes) work to date. The Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter is a fan of John Price and clearly Neil Young which shows in his work. Each song takes the listener on a journey, with some needing a pack lunch for the ride! kurtvile.com |
 No.413 23/10/2017
The Robert Plant and Alison Krauss album Raising Sand is 10 years old today. When rock met country! Great harmonies and production by T Bone Burnett robertplant.com |